1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1972 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
